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English Word of the Day: 240 crisis - noun

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Word of the Day:

crisis - noun - pronunciation link

Definition

an extremely important time when something may become much better or worse; a dangerous situation

Example Sentences

The crisis in the south of the country has become much worse.
Tom is having a personal crisis. Be nice to him.

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